The news comes while a yellow weather warning remains in place for the south west of England. The warning suggests strong winds and travel disruption are likely to continue for the rest of the day.

Announcing the closure, a spokesman for the Winter Wonderland at Cribbs Causeway said: “Unfortunately due to adverse weather conditions we are forced to close the ice rink today (November 22).

“You are welcome to transfer your skating session to another slot on another day free of charge.”

The weather warning is in place for much of the United Kingdom

The weather warning in place is scheduled to remain in effect until 7am tomorrow morning.

A spokesman for the Met Office gave this assessment of the weather: “Strong winds are expected to move east across England and Wales during Wednesday then gradually recede south eastwards on Wednesday night.

“They should finally easing from the southeast of England around dawn on Thursday.

“Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely whilst outbreaks of rain, occasionally heavy, will add to the difficult travel conditions.”

Ice skating sessions will run on the hour (Image: Simon Galloway)

Gusts of around of around 40 to 50mph are expected and coastal areas could have gusts of around 70mph.

The winds should subside as we move into Thursday evening, but are likely to still be relatively strong.

UPDATE 2pm - Cribbs Causeway Responds:Unfortunately current and predicted adverse weather conditions have forced us to close our Winter Wonderland ice rink until at least 17:00 tomorrow (23rd November 2017). Strong and unseasonably warm winds are making the ice unsafe for skating. You are welcome to transfer your booking to an alternative time by contacting 0208 1333 143 or support@admiticket.com

We apologise for any inconvenience, but your enjoyment and safety at the Winter Wonderland is our priority.